Opening a BK! File

The BK! file type is primarily associated with WordPerfect.

BK!	File extension: BK!
	File type:	backup file

What is a BK! file?

BK! files mostly belong to WordPerfect. BK! files are backup files created by WordPerfect to protect your work.
These files store a duplicate of your document in a special internal format that only WordPerfect can use correctly. They are produced automatically when you save or work on a document in WordPerfect.
Key details provided by FilExt.com include:

Automatic Backup: A copy is made while you work, in case the original file is lost or damaged.

Document Recovery: They help restore work if errors or crashes occur.

Proprietary Format: The backup uses a format that is best read by WordPerfect software.

FilExt.com tip: To view or restore your document, open the file using WordPerfect. For more specific details, visit the official WordPerfect website.

How to open a BK! file

You need a suitable software like WordPerfect to open a BK! file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your BK! file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a BK! file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert BK! files:

WordPerfect
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. BK! files are often referred to as WordPerfect backups because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Backup

Technical Data for BK! File Extension

File classification:

Backup

Related files:

wpd, wpt, wp6, wp7, bkp, bk, bk%21, snmm, lbk, fbf

a bk! backup file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with BK! files

Associate the BK! file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open backup files. Because only the current version supports the latest BK! file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available WordPerfect update.
To make sure that your BK! file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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